Milton possesses an award-winning university career characterized by diverse skills and continued transformation as an artist.

Hired as a full-time professor at the young age of 23, he was awarded the title of Professor Emeritus in 2018 from the University of Alberta. He instructed courses in all major areas of the music curriculum and served in key administrative positions. He is known for his cutting-edge perspectives, including those found in the music curricula he has designed.

Today, he incorporates current perspectives from neuroscience, contemplative studies, and sport psychology into his performing. He is well-known as a music festival adjudicator and masterclass clinician.